PhD Researcher, School of Sport, Health and Exercise Science, University of Portsmouth
Shakiba is a doctoral student focusing on the mental health literacy of women rugby players. She holds a BSc in Psychology and a MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the University of Portsmouth, UK. Shakiba has extensive experience in equality, diversity and inclusivity initiatives, with a specific focus on refugee communities, displaced populations and policy recommendations. Shakiba also works as a cybercrime researcher, and is the co-owner of Move Training Centre, a private training facility in Southampton, UK.
Jan 26, 2022 04:41 am UTC| Sports
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